District of Columbia Marriage Licenses

Search for District of Columbia DC marriage license rules and requirements. You can learn how to get a marriage license, a marriage certificate, or marriage records from your local Marriage License Office, Clerk, Health Department, or Town or City Hall.

Questions/Answers about District of Columbia Marriage Licenses

What do you have to do to get married?

To get married in the District of Columbia, at least one member of the couple or a designated representative must visit the Marriage Bureau at the District of Columbia Courts to fill out a marriage license application. Both members of the couple must meet certain age requirements, provide photo identification, and pay a fee. Once the application is complete, the marriage license is issued the same day. Your officiant will fill out the marriage license and submit it to the required government authorities. A certified marriage certificate will be provided once the marriage is officially recorded.

How do I get a marriage license in District of Columbia ?

Either a member of the couple or a chosen representative must complete the application at the Marriage Bureau Office. Both members of the couple must meet the age requirement, present a valid photo identification, and pay a fee.

How much does it cost to get a marriage license in the District of Columbia?

The marriage license fee in the District of Columbia is $45. This cost also includes a certified marriage certificate once the ceremony has occurred.

How old do you have to be to get married in District of Columbia ?

You must reach the minimum age of 16 to get married in D.C. Individuals who are between 16 and 18 must have parental or guardian consent to get married.